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Why Job Hunting Is A Miserable Experience
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Job hunting, an inevitable rite of passage that every single person goes through, is often regarded as a necessary step toward career growth and personal fulfillment. While the end goal is typically securing gainful employment, the journey to find the right job is riddled with frustration, anxiety, and disillusionment.
So in this article, we will dive into why job hunting is a such miserable experience for every single person out there and explore how the entire process is broken beyond imagination.
An Emotionally Taxing Rollercoaster
Anyone who has ever looked for a job knows that the entire job hunting process is filled to the brim with emotional highs and lows. For many, securing a job represents more than just financial stability; it embodies their aspirations, ambitions, and self-worth.
However, the fluctuating emotions of excitement, hope, disappointment, and anger can take a significant toll on a person’s mental health. The excitement of finding a seemingly perfect job opportunity can quickly turn into despair when faced with a rejection letter or a lack of response. The constant cycle of hope and disappointment can lead people to constantly feel inadequate and anxious.
Moreover, the pressure to project a positive demeanor during the job search can be overwhelming. Sure, you can be driven by purpose and pure optimism, however, that can only last for so long until you go a fourth of a year jobless.
In fact, many people may feel compelled to mask their frustrations and put on a brave face, leading to the suppression of genuine emotions. This emotional suppression can create a sense of isolation, and this fear of expressing their true feelings can fester into something truly damaging to one’s mental health all for the sake of avoid burdening others.
